Midi Drums

[Beatsta]

I have a huge sample library and id like to know the best method to to go about constructing a beat in pro tools.

[albee1952]

Youtube is your friend for this kind of thing Check out Structure Free(on youtube) and see if that might allow you to use your samples in a way that makes sense for your workflow

[mrgroovy]

Originally Posted by Beatsta

I have a huge sample library and id like to know the best method to to go about constructing a beat in pro tools.

Find some drum samples you like and learn how to use midi inside and out. In depth knowledge of writing and editing midi was a game changer for me especially in regards to drums. Find a sensitive controller. That will help you create realistic drum patterns / beats. Try to play the controller as a drummer would play drums - with different velocities. I have found that attempting to play the drums with expression is the key to getting a great drum feel. Dont crank all the velocities up to 100% on every beat every drum. Also - really get to know how the Quantize function works. That is crucial as well. As far as drum sounds. I really like the Native Instruments Abbey Road and Studio Drummer kits. Very real to me.